Our Team
Our Leadership
Our leadership team brings a powerful blend of vision, experience, and deep commitment to Breaking Free’s mission. Whether guiding strategic direction, advancing communications, or overseeing programs on the ground, this team leads with compassion and purpose. Together, they champion a survivor-centered approach and foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and impact.
Interim Executive Director
Joellen Spacek
Leads Breaking Free with vision, compassion, and a deep commitment to justice for survivors of sex trafficking.
Director of Finance
Connie Clark
Manages financial operations with precision, helping sustain our support programs and maximize impact for survivors.
Director of Operations
Zach Wolff
Leads safe and long-term housing programs with heart, creating spaces where survivors and their families can heal and rebuild.
Regional Advocacy and Trainings Manager
Ingrid DeChambeau
Advocates for survivors at every level, working within communities and systems to drive lasting change.
Assistant Housing Manager
Ciarra Acosta
Supports day-to-day housing needs with reliability, empathy, and a focus on survivor-centered care and personalized advocacy.
Our Staff
From housing support to outreach and advocacy, our dedicated staff are the heart of Breaking Free. With empathy, resilience, and unwavering commitment, they walk alongside survivors every step of the journey. Their passion shows up not only in what they do—but how they do it: with kindness, respect, and fierce belief in the people we serve.
Hiring
Operations Coordinator & HR
Shiree Gant
Advocate
Leslie McCutchison
Advocate
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Lindsey Preston
Advocate
Isabella Larsen
Advocate
Heidi Klug
Senior Grants and Training Strategist
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Stacy Tido
Advocate
Sierra Erickson
Marketing and Development Coordinator
Our Board
Our Board of Directors brings together a diverse group of professionals united by a shared commitment to justice and equity. Their leadership, governance, and strategic insight help ensure Breaking Free remains strong, sustainable, and true to its mission. Their passion and guidance help drive long-term impact in the fight to end sex trafficking.
Amelia Beard
Board Chair
Joel Cessna
Board Vice Chair
Carla Reiling
Board Treasurer
Jana Deach
Board Secretary
Geoff Seper
Board Member
Amy Vallen
Board Member
Darnell Baker
Board Member
Laura Ryan
Board Member